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It's Dubai-based Michael Cinco's moment

DUBAI , UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - April 27 , 2013 : Michael Cinco , fashion designer ( right ) with model during the rehearsal before the start of his show at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai. ( Pawan Singh / The National ) For Arts & Life. Story by James Gabrillo

Jaws dropped at Michael Cinco's recent show, where the Dubai-based designer displayed his technical virtuosity and immaculate couture. We witnessed all the action on and off Cinco's catwalk. Read Article It's Dubai-based Michael Cinco's moment

Katie Trotter: Sheer should not be used for shock value

The sheer trend should not be used to shock. It is there to flatter, to allow a flicker of a glimpse of skin. Read Article Katie Trotter: Sheer should not be used for shock value

How to design your own jewellery

Don Sankley's workshop. Photo by Darwin Guevarra

Dubai silversmith Don Sankley shows how you can tailor gems to your own personal taste.  Read Article How to design your own jewellery

A new movement in watchmaking

Roger W Smith at work. Roger W Smith

How a new generation of watchmakers is making Britain's industry great again.  Read Article A new movement in watchmaking

Pearls are the national treasure of the UAE

One Ras Al Khaimah's man's vision is spearheading the revival of the UAE's pearling industry.  Read Article Pearls are the national treasure of the UAE

When Gatsby met Tiffany

With video: Why Tiffany & Co was the perfect choice for Jazz Age jewellery featured in the new film version of The Great Gatsby. Read Article When Gatsby met Tiffany

Trend Alert: Men's sunglasses

Men's sunglasses take a sophisticated approach this season with square and round frames taking over the overdone aviator.  Read Article Trend Alert: Men's sunglasses

Dubai designer Marina Qureshi behind Florence Welch's stunning dress

Florence Welch did more than put on a great show at Sandance - she wore a dress by one of the region's newest design talents. Read Article Dubai designer Marina Qureshi behind Florence Welch's stunning dress

Catching up with Cavalli in Dubai - his 'second home'

The fashion designer Roberto Cavalli was recently in the UAE at his eponymous restaurant Cavalli Club in Dubai. We caught up with him.  Read Article Catching up with Cavalli in Dubai - his 'second home'

Reem Acra: the secret of my success

The Lebanese-born Reem Acra says her advice to budding fashion designers is to never give up.  Read Article Reem Acra: the secret of my success

Elisabeth Roulleau brings threads of haute couture to the capital

The UAE's Alliance Française will run a series of embroidery workshops in Abu Dhabi. Here's a guide on the creative classes on offer.  Read Article Elisabeth Roulleau brings threads of haute couture to the capital

Dubai's Sarah Sillis' fashionable Muslim sportswear

Forget images of drab and unflattering polyester suits, then Dubai based designer, Sarah Sillis recently launched line may help turn that impression on its head. Read Article Dubai's Sarah Sillis' fashionable Muslim sportswear

Is a Council of Fashion Designers of Dubai on the cards?

In the global apparel and accessories world, few organisations command the same respect as the CFDA or Council of Fashion Designers of America. Following the success of the first Fashion Forward, could there be be scope for a Middle East version? Read Article Is a Council of Fashion Designers of Dubai on the cards?


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A hunger for home: best places pick up world foods in Abu Dhabi

Selected Vegetables and Fruits, in Abu Dhabi, where a number of people from Sri Lanka and India shop. Delores Johnson / The National

With map Got a hankering for a plate of tequenos? Holding a braai and need some South African sosatie? Here is a look at how various cultures in the UAE have imported their cuisines and where to buy the ingredients.  A hunger for home: best places pick up world foods in Abu Dhabi

Cheese expert Patricia Michelson recommends a journey through tastes

The cheese room at Jones the Grocer's Muroor outlet in Au Dhabi. Lauren Lancaster / The National

This week, Michelson will be visiting the UAE to host tasting sessions in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where she'll be giving gourmets the chance to try unusual varieties of cheese from across the world.  Cheese expert Patricia Michelson recommends a journey through tastes

Yoga instructor Tara Stiles launches Reebok apparel line

Tara Stiles's 23-piece line of yoga apparel for Reebok features the slogan 'Who made the rules?'. Courtesy Reebok

American yoga rebel Tara Stiles has paired up with Reebok for a sporting wear line.   Yoga instructor Tara Stiles launches Reebok apparel line

In pictures: What could be the next car for Dubai police?

Motoring editor Kevin Hackett takes a look at the possible cars that could be next on Dubai police shopping list.

Motoring editor Kevin Hackett takes a look at the possible cars that could be next on Dubai police shopping list.  In pictures: What could be the next car for Dubai police?

Lamborghini is still crazy after all these years

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Lamborghini. Photo courtesy Lamborghini

The Italian marque is unbelievably, half a century old. To celebrate, the world's largest ever gathering of those outrageous sports cars assembled in its hometown.   Lamborghini is still crazy after all these years

Dubai designer Marina Qureshi behind Florence Welch's stunning dress

A sketch by the designer Marina Qureshi of the dress that Florence Welch wore at the Florence and the Machine concert at Sandance in Dubai. Courtesy Marina Qureshi

Florence Welch did more than put on a great show at Sandance - she wore a dress by one of the region's newest design talents.  Dubai designer Marina Qureshi behind Florence Welch's stunning dress

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